Hospice RN - PRN

About Us: At Luminos Hospice, our mission is to facilitate the best end of life experience through the happiest employees. As a locally owned and operated, employee‑driven, and innovative company, we reflect a genuine commitment to our community. We live here, work here, and love here. Culture: Our Core Culture at Luminos Hospice prioritizes supporting, nurturing, and committing to our employees' welfare. We cultivate an environment that mirrors our steadfast dedication to providing exceptional end‑of‑life care, resonating through our team's growth and support. Our EPIC Values: Empowerment: We celebrate autonomy and trust in your expertise. Positivity: Have an attitude of gratitude. Integrity: Always do the right thing. Community: We live here, we work here and we love here. Job Title: Hospice RN Job Type: PRN, paid per visit Job Summary: Primary functions are to administer nursing care for hospice patients in their place of residence and to coordinate care with the Interdisciplinary Group/Team, patients, families, and referring agency. Assumes the responsibility for, and participates in, the coordination of care. Essential Functions: Initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the impact of the terminal disease on the patients physical, functional, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, team report, evaluations, and ADLs, (i.e., risk for grief, cultural and spiritual, verbal, and non‑verbal). Applies specific criteria for admission and re‑certification to hospice care to establish appropriate levels of care and the patient’s eligibility. Implements/develops/documents the plan of care to ensure quality and continuity of care and recommend revisions to the plan, as necessary. Consults with and educates the patient and family regarding disease process, self‑care techniques, end‑of‑life care, nutrition, and dietary needs. Prioritize any needs with the members of the interdisciplinary team. Determines scope and frequency of services needed based on acuity and patient/family needs. Assess the ability of the care giver to meet the patient’s immediate needs upon admission and throughout care. Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease. Provides clinical directions to the Hospice Aide and LPN/LVN to ensure quality and continuity of service provided. Prepares clinical and progress notes that demonstrate progress toward established goals. Ensure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation. Informs physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s needs and outcomes of intervention, while evaluating patient and family response to care. Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third‑party payors. Demonstrates commitment and professional growth and competency by participating in the Hospice sponsored in‑service programs and maintaining or improving competency. Participates in the Hospice’s QAPI program. Promotes the Hospice’s philosophy and administrative policies. Performs on‑call responsibilities and provides on‑call services to patients and their families as assigned. Provides effective communication to patients, family, team members, and other health care professionals. Requirements Licensure: Current State license as a Registered Nurse. Driver’s License: Current driver’s license. CPR Certification: Current CPR Certification. Experience: Two (2) years' experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care setting and one (1) year full‑time hospice preferred. Skills: Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Knowledge of state and federal regulations. Ability to work independently and make sound decisions. Strong attention to detail and organizational habits. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr